Dhonara

Dhonara is a village located in Bankura Ii subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kesekol. Bankura is the district headquarter of Dhonara village. As per 2009 stats, Narrah is the gram panchayat of Dhonara village.

Here you can discover what makes Dhonara unique in its vibrant Bankura Ii-Bankura region. You’ll see Dhonara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dhonara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhonara is 327150. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722155. Bankura is nearest town to Dhonara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dhonara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Onda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Dhonara

Population of Dhonara

According to the 2011 Census, Dhonara has a total population of about 298, with approximately 156 males and 142 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 49 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.14%, with male literacy at about 79.49% and female literacy near 61.97%. There are around 57 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhonara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Dhonara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhonara. As per the 2011 stats, Dhonara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Dhonara

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhonara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhonara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhonara